CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
| KEY INFORMATION |
| Duration: 35 weeks including holidays and 120 hours of work placement |
| AQF Level: 3 |
| Course Delivery: Face-to-Face and Blended Mode |
Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
Course Entry Requirements:
International Students
18 years of age or older
Completed an overseas equivalent of Year 12
Must meet Student Visa Requirements
Proficient in English International Students require either an
IELTS level of 5.5 or
TOEFL 527 (paper based) or
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) 42.
Be able to read and comprehend course requirements
Have an intermediate understanding of computers and the internet to assist with
conducting research and complete assessments
Domestic Students
18 years of age or older
Satisfactorily completed Year 12 or equivalent
Be able to read and comprehend course requirements
Have an intermediate understanding of computers and the internet to assist with
conducting research and complete assessments
Course Duration
35 weeks including holidays and 120 hours of work placement
Work Placement
All students undertaking this qualification are required to undertake work placement as part of this qualification. Work placement provides the student the opportunity to put into practice the skills learning in the classroom. Prior to undertaking work placement all student must undertake a Working with Children’s Check and must have this in place at the commencement of work placement. Students may also be required to undertake a National Police check depending upon the organisation’s individual requirements where they are undertaking the work placement. Additional information on work placement and work placement requirements are outlined at student orientation.
Course Structure
This qualification consists of 18 units of competency that is made up of 15 core units and 3 elective units
Core Units
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence
CHCECE002 Ensure the health and safety of children
CHCECE003 Provide care for children
CHCECE004 Promote and provide healthy food and drinks
CHCECE005 Provide care for babies and toddlers
CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
CHCECE009 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
CHCECE010 Support the holistic development of children in early childhood
CHCECE011 Provide experiences to support children s play and learning
CHCECE013 Use information about children to inform practice
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
Electives Units
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCECE006 Support behaviour of children and young people
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Pathways for Further Education
This qualification provides a pathway for students to continue their studies and enhance their skills through CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Career opportunities
Possible career opportunities relevant to this qualification include:
Early Childhood Assistant
Outside School Hours Care Assistant
Playgroup Supervisor
Recreation Assistant
Family Day Care Educator
Nanny
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
English requirements:
must have an IELTS of 5.5/6 overall nothing less than 5.5 0r relevant English test score equal to above
Must be 18 years or older
Completed year 11/12